Textron Aviation has marked a key milestone in the development of the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 with the rollout of the program’s first production aircraft. The achievement brings the next-generation light jet a step closer to entry into service while underscoring the manufacturer’s continued investment in the Citation product line. Building on the proven CJ4 platform, the CJ4 Gen3...
A Discover Airlines Airbus A330 has become the first Airbus aircraft worldwide to enter regular commercial service after undergoing a full-scale AeroSHARK retrofit, marking a significant milestone for the drag-reducing technology developed by Lufthansa Technik and Surfantis. Registered as D-AIKP, the long-haul aircraft operated its first scheduled flight to...
Cirrus Aircraft is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Collier Trophy-winning Vision Jet at NBAA-BACE 2026, marking a decade of innovation that has continuously advanced the world’s first single-engine personal jet equipped with the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS). Over the years, the aircraft has evolved into a highly versatile platform serving business aviat...
Gulfstream Aerospace has enhanced the capabilities of its Customer Support Performance Analytics program, further strengthening its ability to transform aircraft data into actionable insights that support proactive maintenance planning and maximize fleet availability. By leveraging advanced analytics, the program helps operators streamline service planning, minimize scheduling disruption...
Viasat has significantly expanded the capacity of its JetXP in-flight connectivity service across the United States, delivering up to five times more bandwidth for business aviation customers equipped with Honeywell Aerospace JetWave terminals. The enhancement is designed to elevate the passenger experience in the world's largest private aviation market, supporting increasingly data-intensive...
Daher Aircraft announced the delivery of a Kodiak 900 to Swiss owners Roland and Claudia Primus, who plan to use the aircraft for adventure flying to remote and short-runway destinations. Their travels will include mountain biking in the Alps and Pyrenees, surfing and wing foiling along the Mediterranean and Baltic coasts, trekking across northern Europe, and ski touring on Greenland’s weste...
Embraer has delivered the first E175 fitted with next-generation RECARO passenger seats to American Airlines, marking another step in the ongoing modernization of one of the world's most successful regional jet platforms. The delivery brings an enhanced cabin experience aimed at elevating passenger comfort while further strengthening the E175's status as North America's regional aircra...
Archer Aviation all-electric Midnight air taxi successfully completed several days of piloted flights across the San Francisco Bay Area as part of the company’s “No Roads” flight tour. The campaign featured multiple flights around the Bay, with operations conducted from Oakland International Airport. Beginning in Salinas, Midnight’s multi-city tour progressed through i...
In business aviation, exceptional service is defined by attention to detail, and few amenities reflect that more clearly than premium catering. At the intersection of hospitality and private aviation, PAC Kitchen has become an integral part of the experience offered by Provo Air Center, serving passengers and crews with fresh, customized culinary solutions designed to meet the unique demands of pr...
Velocity Maintenance Solutions, an FAA-certified provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services, has announced a significant expansion of its facilities at Wilmington Airport (ILG) in Delaware, reinforcing its long-term growth strategy and increasing capacity to support a growing customer base. Currently operating from a 20,000-square-foot hangar at ILG, the company is preparing to rel...
Bristow Group Inc., in partnership with Electra, Avinor and the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority (CAA Norway), will undertake a series of demonstration flights across five locations in Norway using Electra's hybrid-electric EL2 technology demonstrator. Designed for ultra-short takeoff and landing operations, the aircraft can operate from areas as short as 50 metres and combines electric prop...
Qantas Freight and Australia Post have entered the next chapter of their long-standing partnership with the arrival of the first of three additional Airbus A321 Passenger-to-Freighter (A321P2F) aircraft, strengthening their ability to meet rising demand for fast, reliable parcel deliveries across Australia.The introduction of the three aircraft will increase capacity across Qantas Freight’s...
Turkish Airlines has taken another major step in its fleet expansion strategy with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with CFM International for more than 300 LEAP-1B engines and a long-term services agreement covering its entire LEAP-powered fleet. Together, the commitments will support more than 600 engines across Turkish Airlines and AJet, while also laying the groundwork for expanded...
Piaggio Aerospace will return to NBAA-BACE this October, bringing its flagship P.180 Avanti EVO to one of the most important gatherings of the global business aviation community while also highlighting the future of the Avanti programme through the development of the Avanti NX. The NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition will provide Piaggio Aerospace with an opportunity to showcas...
Samson Sky has enlisted renowned Italian automotive designer Luigi Memola to develop the interior design of its Switchblade Flying Car, bringing world-class automotive styling expertise to the roadable aircraft. Memola is the Founder and Head of Design at EPTA Design, whose team is internationally recognised for its work with leading automotive brands, including Alfa Romeo and Automobili Estr...
Aviation Capital Group, the Newport Beach, California-based global aircraft asset manager, has signed a firm order for 75 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, bringing its cumulative orders for the type to 190 aircraft. The agreement marks the largest aircraft order in ACG's nearly 40-year history and reflects the lessor's continued focus on next-generation narrowbody aircraft,...
Daher Aircraft will present its TBM and Kodiak aircraft families at next week’s NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), showcasing how their combination of performance, efficiency and versatility meets the evolving needs of business aviation. As demand grows for direct, flexible travel solutions, the TBM and Kodiak provide operators and owners with aircraft capable of...
EBAA France, the representative body for France’s business aviation ecosystem, brings together aircraft operators, airport activities, aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, and training providers. Following the warning issued by FNAM and IATA on 8 October regarding the declining competitiveness of French air transport, EBAA France is also raising concerns about the deteriorating position...
HondaJet Classic and APMG operators across the European Union can now access the latest enhancements developed for the HondaJet family following the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s validation of the HondaJet APMG S upgrade package. The approval extends the benefits of Honda Aircraft Company’s newest certified advancements to a broader fleet of in-service aircraft across the reg...
From Learjets and Challengers to turboprops such as the Pilatus PC-12, different aircraft bring different capabilities to a medical flight. Sebastian Demiet, COO of MTI 24/7, explains why aircraft selection ultimately depends on the patient, route, and operational requirements. There is no aircraft that suits every conceivable medical air ambulance scenario equally. Mission parameters like pa...
AERO 2027 will place an even stronger spotlight on the helicopter sector, building on the momentum and success of AERO 2026, organisers Fairnamic announced today. As Europe’s leading trade fair for General Aviation, Business Aviation and Air Sports continues to broaden its scope, helicopters for executive, general aviation and utility missions will be showcased across three interconnected ex...
